Me-One Foundation http://www.me-onefoundation.org/blog Just another WordPress weblog Tue, 06 Apr 2010 15:28:17 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.4 en hourly 1 Hold on a Sec – A Camp With a Full Service Day Spa? You Betcha! http://www.me-onefoundation.org/blog/2010/04/06/hold-on-a-sec-%e2%80%93-a-camp-with-a-full-service-day-spa-you-betcha/ http://www.me-onefoundation.org/blog/2010/04/06/hold-on-a-sec-%e2%80%93-a-camp-with-a-full-service-day-spa-you-betcha/#comments Tue, 06 Apr 2010 15:28:17 +0000 admin http://www.me-onefoundation.org/blog/?p=85 this one“If you don’t feel you cannot heal…Our bodies speak the truth. We must be in touch to live our true destiny.” – Bernie Siegel MD

Many of our Camp Challenge Campers who are cancer patients will tell you that aside from their loved ones, when they are touched, it is often for treatment – needles, machines, radiation, chemotherapy, etc.  Perhaps that’s why Camp Challenge’s Day Spa is such hit! Spa Director Cheryl Small Robinson (that’s her and her fabulous hubby, Dave, in the photo) and a small army of massage therapists, manicurists, aestheticians, and stylists pamper our campers with endless TLC.  Cheryl , Dave,  and the rest of the spa staff transform a building at Walker Creek Ranch into a beautiful, magical, spiritual sanctuary where campers’ bodies and minds are pampered with treatments of their choice.

A study that examined the effects of therapeutic massage on cancer pain found that massage therapy reduced pain perception by an average of 60%, decreased anxiety by 24% and enhanced relaxation by 58%. Plus it feels really, really good!

When she is not volunteering her time and amazing skills with the Me-One Foundation, Cheryl Small Robinson runs the Comfort Zone Massage and Wellness Center in Roseville at 426 Folsom Road. (916-773-2444)

]]> http://www.me-onefoundation.org/blog/2010/04/06/hold-on-a-sec-%e2%80%93-a-camp-with-a-full-service-day-spa-you-betcha/feed/ 2 We love companies who “get it!” http://www.me-onefoundation.org/blog/2010/03/03/we-love-companies-who-get-it/ http://www.me-onefoundation.org/blog/2010/03/03/we-love-companies-who-get-it/#comments Wed, 03 Mar 2010 16:15:37 +0000 admin http://www.me-onefoundation.org/blog/?p=73 new coffee-200x150For coffee lovers who also love making a difference, check out Scott’s Coffee House!  The folks at Scott’s Coffee House use only the best of the best coffee beans, then they roast them in small batches so there aren’t bags of coffee sitting in  warehouses  getting stale. Once the beans are roasted they’re packaged and shipped out that same day – now that’s about as fresh as coffee can get!  And Scott’s Coffee House has soooo many delicious types, brands, and flavors of coffee to choose from.  

As if a top of the line quality product wasn’t enough, they take 10% of your order and give it to one of four deserving charities, and one of those  charities is – yep -  The Me-One Foundation!!  Check out their website at www.scottscoffehouse.com  and go the link called “A Life in Every Cup”. (You can also get to their website from ours under “Ways to Give”). 

 As Scott’s Coffee House puts it, “You won’t find another coffee house like ours. Come in, sit with friends, and stir your soul.”

]]> http://www.me-onefoundation.org/blog/2010/03/03/we-love-companies-who-get-it/feed/ 1 Wear your support on your sleeve, or your hat, or your umbrella, or…. http://www.me-onefoundation.org/blog/2010/02/22/wear-your-support-on-your-sleeve-or-your-hat-or-your-umbrella-or/ http://www.me-onefoundation.org/blog/2010/02/22/wear-your-support-on-your-sleeve-or-your-hat-or-your-umbrella-or/#comments Mon, 22 Feb 2010 16:28:55 +0000 admin http://www.me-onefoundation.org/blog/?p=66 new this oneIt is with great pride that we announce the official opening (drum roll….) of the Me-One Store!  Here’s your chance to purchase all kinds of items emblazoned with the  Me-One logo. Think about folks in your world who would appreciate the idea of keeping life’s scoreboard at Cancer – Zero, Me- One, (really, who wouldn’t?) and consider buying something special for that someone special!
 
We’ve made it easy for you too! From our homepage, click on “ways to give” then use the drop down menu to “Official Me-One Store” and shop on! 
]]> http://www.me-onefoundation.org/blog/2010/02/22/wear-your-support-on-your-sleeve-or-your-hat-or-your-umbrella-or/feed/ 2 A Little Slice of Heaven Where We Have Camp http://www.me-onefoundation.org/blog/2010/02/02/a-little-slice-of-heaven-where-we-have-camp/ http://www.me-onefoundation.org/blog/2010/02/02/a-little-slice-of-heaven-where-we-have-camp/#comments Tue, 02 Feb 2010 16:50:07 +0000 admin http://www.me-onefoundation.org/blog/?p=58 thisThe Me-One Foundation’s Camp Challenge is held at a magical place called Walker Creek Ranch -1,741 acres in pristine West Marin County about one hour north of the Golden Gate Bridge. This beautoful venue is blessed with diverse habitat and an abundance of wildlife. There are over 20 miles of hiking trails on the Ranch property.  Ambitious hikers might even try a four mile round trip hike to the top of Walker Peak, where they can enjoy stunning views of Tomales Bay and Point Reyes National Seashore. There’s Turtle Pond, for swimming and/or canoeing and there’s the  Ranch Garden, which produces delicious organic vegetables year round, some of  which are used in the delicious meals served by the staff. 

Walker Creek is the perfect backdrop for the magic that the Me-One staff,  and especially our campers, bring together for a weekend that creates memories and friendships that last a lifetime.

Learn more at www.walkercreekranch.org

]]> http://www.me-onefoundation.org/blog/2010/02/02/a-little-slice-of-heaven-where-we-have-camp/feed/ 0 Two Talented Artists With Voices (And Hearts) of Gold! http://www.me-onefoundation.org/blog/2010/01/20/two-talented-artists-with-voices-and-hearts-of-gold/ http://www.me-onefoundation.org/blog/2010/01/20/two-talented-artists-with-voices-and-hearts-of-gold/#comments Wed, 20 Jan 2010 16:09:56 +0000 admin http://www.me-onefoundation.org/blog/?p=51 this oneThe Me-One Foundation is blessed to have the support of two of the most talented musicians around.  Matt and Mike Pinder came to our first Camp Challenge to play some music as a welcome to campers as they pulled in the first evening. The next year, they called and asked if they could come to camp for the entire time and entertain our guests – score a big one for Me-One!

As their website puts it, “The Pinder Brothers tie the harmony vocals of Crosby, Stills and Nash together with the songwriting style of Simon & Garfunkel, and ultimately put their own modern spin on everything in the end.“  Classic rock fans may recognize the boys’ last name from their famous dad, Michael Pinder, a founding member of the legendary Moody Blues.  Well, the apples didn’t fall far from the tree – the Pinder Brothers talent was recently recognized when their song, “Hang On Tight,” was awarded 1st Runner Up in the UK Songwriting Contest under the Indie/Rock category, and was also a finalist in the Pop category.

And last year, proud dad Michael Pinder joined us at Camp Challenge and read stories by the campfire with that famous voice of his!  

Check out the Pinder Brothers website at www.pinderbrothers.com

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new valentine-200x150Hard to believe that Valentine’s Day is just over a month away! Well, not to worry, because your friends here at the Me-One Foundation have got a perfect evening planned for you and for your “Special Someone.”

Our 2nd Annual Basic Heartwarming Event is set for Sunday, February 14th.  Yep… Valentine’s Day!!  Join us at 6pm for a mouth watering evening at Basic Urban Kitchen and Bar, 112 Pacific Street in Roseville’s Historic District. Enjoy all-you-can eat Basic pizza, the most unique, delicious pizza in all of Roseville and   gourmet salads! There will be music, libations, a 50-50 cash prize raffle and much more! Your Valentine will love the evening,  and he/she will love YOU for attending an event that benefits Me-One’s Camp Challenge.  Tell your friends, and join the party at  Basic Urban Kitchen and Bar on February 14th - a gift of love that keeps on giving.  Hurry – space is limited! For tickets, just click on “Events”. 

See you there!!!      

]]> http://www.me-onefoundation.org/blog/2010/01/06/a-great-party-thats-a-heartfelt-valentines-day-gift/feed/ 0 Volunteering – a resolution that’s much more fun than dieting! http://www.me-onefoundation.org/blog/2010/01/02/volunteering-a-resolution-thats-much-more-fun-than-dieting/ http://www.me-onefoundation.org/blog/2010/01/02/volunteering-a-resolution-thats-much-more-fun-than-dieting/#comments Fri, 01 Jan 2010 19:38:54 +0000 admin http://www.me-onefoundation.org/blog/?p=29 new hands-200x150New Year’s celebrations often focus on personal goals and fulfillment, but the start of a new year is also a great time to get more involved in community efforts and service projects. A recent survey found that 59 percent of Americans plan to volunteer in 2010 – what a great resolution!  Volunteering gives you an opportunity to change lives, including your own.

 Since you are on the Me-One website, we assume that you have an interest in our cause. If that’s the case, we invite you to join our enthusiastic group of volunteers!  The Me-One Foundation has events going on throughout the year: Our Basic Urban Kitchen Dinner in February, a “Run for the Me-One” (date to be determined) our Tee’d off at Cancer Golf Tournament in the fall and, of course, Camp Challenge in June.  There are all sorts of ways to get involved.  Me-One volunteers would tell you that there are people who pay thousands of dollars to try to achieve the same benefits that active volunteers get, most of which stem from the emotional happiness and internal well being that come from being part of something so much bigger than its parts.  We’re not sure who gets more out of our Camp Challenge – the campers or the volunteers!  All of us leave knowing that we connected with others and made a difference. Oh yeah, plus we have a great time!  Happy New Year!

]]> http://www.me-onefoundation.org/blog/2010/01/02/volunteering-a-resolution-thats-much-more-fun-than-dieting/feed/ 1 So Many Ways to Help! http://www.me-onefoundation.org/blog/2009/12/27/so-many-ways-to-help/ http://www.me-onefoundation.org/blog/2009/12/27/so-many-ways-to-help/#comments Sat, 26 Dec 2009 21:52:23 +0000 admin http://www.me-onefoundation.org/blog/?p=22 new cleaning-200x150Karri Grant, a 2009 Me-One Camper who is still fighting her breast cancer, passed along some great information about a terrific non-profit organization called The Cleaning for a Reason Foundation. This group offers free, professional housecleaning and maid services to improve the lives of women undergoing treatment for any type of cancer. They recruit professional residential maid services who are insured and bonded to participate in their foundation by cleaning patients’ homes once a month for four months while they are in treatment. Their slogan is “One less thing to worry about”. 

If you know a woman who is fighting cancer, please pass this information along and have her check out Cleaning for a Reason’s website at http://www.cleaningforareason.org   

The sight offers these kind words, which mirror the thoughts of all of us at the Me-One Foundation:  

“We hope that during this life crisis situation that you or your loved one fully recovers. We also hope that someday, an organization such as ours has no need to exist. But until then we will attempt to serve you the best way that we can.”

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]]> http://www.me-onefoundation.org/blog/2009/12/15/a-donation-the-holiday-gift-that-really-keeps-on-giving/feed/ 1 The Trans Siberian Orchestra Rocks The Arco Arena And Cuts The Me-One Foundation a (Really) Big Check! http://www.me-onefoundation.org/blog/2009/12/09/the-trans-siberian-orchestra-rocks-the-arco-arena-and-cuts-the-me-one-foundation-a-really-big-check/ http://www.me-onefoundation.org/blog/2009/12/09/the-trans-siberian-orchestra-rocks-the-arco-arena-and-cuts-the-me-one-foundation-a-really-big-check/#comments Wed, 09 Dec 2009 16:15:19 +0000 admin http://www.me-onefoundation.org/blog/?p=10 new Tso-200x150The weekend after Thanksgiving, Sacramento  was treated to two shows by the Trans Siberian Orchestra. For folks who have never been to a TSO show, the experience is hard to put into words.   The guys describe their show as “the multi-dimensional art form of the rock opera.”  That’s an understatement.  Take  spectacular lazers and lights, a full string section, out of this world vocals, and some of the most stunning,  hardest  rocking bass and guitar you will ever hear.  Throw in some fire, and that begins to explain a TSO show.

The Trans Siberian Orchestra have become one of the world’s top touring acts, with a $20 million-plus production that by 2008 played to over 5 million people in 80+ cities, selling more than $230 million worth of tickets.  ONE DOLLAR FROM EVERY ONE OF THOSE TICKETS IS DONATED TO A LOCAL CHARITY!!!  In Sacramento, one of the two charities was….The Me-One Foundation!  Me-One Founder/ President Heidi Wieser took the stage at the Arco Arena to receive a check for over $8,800. This is the third year that The Me-One Foundation has been the benefactor of TSO’s philanthropic generosity.    

If you are looking for a terrific holiday gift, consider one of their CD’s!  TSO has sold more than seven million copies of its first four rock operas — 1996’s CHRISTMAS EVE & OTHER STORIES, 1998’s THE CHRISTMAS ATTIC, BEETHOVEN’S LAST NIGHT in 2000 and 2004’s THE LOST CHRISTMAS EVE.  Their official website is www.trans-siberian.com

Our sincere thanks to these generous, big hearted artists! 

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